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Eye of the Nomad: War of Fear, Book 1 Hardcover – November 8, 2024

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A young Jurchen prince, disgusted by the lies and corruption of empire, abandons his title and privilege to live as a simple farmer on the vast Eurasian steppe.

When he risks his life to save a desperate young nomad in trouble, he is pulled into the brutal, honor-bound world of the tribes — and discovers something he never expected: a fierce new family, unbreakable loyalty, and the love of his life.

Together they build a home against all odds. But the steppe is merciless, and the friend he saved carries a deadly secret that could change the fate of nations.

As enemies close in and a woman he cares for is taken captive, Yasotay must choose between the peaceful life he fled to and the warrior he was born to be — all while unknowingly helping to unleash one of history’s most legendary forces.

The first book in the
War of Fear trilogy — an epic saga of one man’s Hero’s Journey inside the real birth of the Mongol Empire, blending the raw emotion of Braveheart with the sweeping historical and philosophical depth of Shōgun.

Every single copy sold sends 100 % of the proceeds directly to Disabled American Veterans (DAV) and Wounded Warrior Project. Because some wars never end — but some good can still rise from them.

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Eye of the Nomad

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Eye of the Nomad: War of Fear, Book 1

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"A coming-of-age tale like none other. Read it!" -Anthony Swofford, New York Times bestselling author of Jarhead

"An intriguing read that captivates and weaves an alternative narrative, inviting readers to explore a world where imagination and history intersect in fascinating ways."
-Baasanjav Terbish, Researcher of Mongolia and Inner Asia Studies at University of Cambridge and author of Sex in the Land of Genghis Khan

"A riveting look at the world's first special forces. The novel applies the lessons of Tzu's Art of War into a narrative that makes the motivations of Genghis Khan's most elite Mongols part of an accessible and visceral experience. It leaves you enriched but hungry for the second installment."
-Barry Jesinoski, CEO of the Disabled American Veterans

About the Author

Umberto "Nardo" Nardolicci is a disabled U.S. Navy veteran, accomplished software engineer, and passionate storyteller. His career spans groundbreaking work in advanced technologies, from missile systems to healthcare innovations. Nardo's fascination with Eastern philosophies and martial arts inspired him to pen the War of Fear trilogy, a historical fiction series rooted in his lifelong interest in warriors and veterans' stories. Dedicated to raising awareness for veterans, Nardo donates all book proceeds to veteran organizations, making his work a tribute to those who serve and the enduring power of storytelling.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0DKLRVXTG
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Living Beach Publishing
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ November 8, 2024
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 350 pages
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 979-8990245129
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.4 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6.24 x 0.98 x 9.24 inches
  • Book 1 of 1 ‏ : ‎ War of Fear
  • Best Sellers Rank: #829,439 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.3 out of 5 stars (242)

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Umberto “Nardo” Nardolicci is a disabled U.S. Navy veteran, accomplished software engineer, and passionate storyteller. His career spans groundbreaking work in advanced technologies, from missile systems to healthcare innovations. Nardo’s fascination with Eastern philosophies and martial arts inspired him to pen the War of Fear trilogy, a historical fiction series rooted in his lifelong interest in warriors and veterans’ stories. Dedicated to raising awareness for veterans, Nardo donates all book proceeds to veteran organizations, making his work a tribute to those who serve and the enduring power of storytelling.

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4.3 out of 5 stars
242 global ratings

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Customers find the book a compelling and engaging read, with one noting how it immerses readers in the Mongolian setting. Moreover, the content receives positive feedback for being thought-provoking and informative, with one customer highlighting the extensive historical research that makes the setting feel authentic. Additionally, the story receives praise for its effective blend of history and storytelling.
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16 customers mention readability, 16 positive, 0 negative
Customers find the book engaging and entertaining, with one customer noting how it immerses readers in the story centered in Mongolia.
...This would be a great read and gift for someone that may not be interested in reading fiction....Read more
This book is a good read.Read more
An entertaining journey nearly a thousand years back in time, immersing you in two contrasting cultures....Read more
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Customers appreciate the book's content, finding it thought-provoking, informative, and extremely descriptive, with one customer noting how the historical details make the setting feel real.
...does a great job blending history with storytelling, making it both informative and entertaining....Read more
...Nardolicci’s War of Fear Eye of the Nomad is a riveting and thought-provoking exploration of the human psyche under duress, blending historical...Read more
This book truly kept me on my toes. The writing was so vivid and descriptive that I felt like I was physically present in each scene....Read more
I found this book to be very well-written and extremely descriptive, making you feel like you’re actually in the scene....Read more
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Customers enjoy the story of the book, with one review highlighting its effective blend of history and storytelling, while another notes how it sets up a larger narrative and engages with timeless themes.
Well written with an excellent story line. Different to put down once your into this book. I highly recommend.Read more
...exploration of the human psyche under duress, blending historical intrigue with psychological depth in an elegantly crafted narrative....Read more
...The book does a great job blending history with storytelling, making it both informative and entertaining....Read more
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Fun read!
5 out of 5 stars
Fun read!
This is a fun action adventure love story that will keep the reader turning pages! Yasotay, the protagonist, is a likeable guy. A man’s man. Smart, athletic, and a highly trained warrior. But he’s also calm and has a sense of purpose. Unhappy with scheming politics in China, Yasotay embarkes on a journey to Mongolia. A tribal region with no apparent rules but that of the local tribespeople. He stumbles across this Wild West tribal society and soon becomes immersed in a blood feud - Helping his friends on their path of justice. As this blood feud escalates beyond the pale, so do the real intentions of his friends. Unbeknownst to Yasotay, he was creating a monster. And soon, the true intentions of this monster are revealed and a path of death and destruction has begun. I can’t wait until the 2nd Book is released!
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  • Reviewed in the United States on February 7, 2025
    Format: HardcoverVerified Purchase
    Umberto Nardolicci’s War of Fear Eye of the Nomad is a riveting and thought-provoking exploration of the human psyche under duress, blending historical intrigue with psychological depth in an elegantly crafted narrative. Fans of complex, character-driven narratives will find a lot to appreciate in this engrossing and thought provoking work.

    Nardolicci’s keen insight into the human condition shines through offering moments of profound introspection. The novel moves fluidly between different emotional states, giving readers a nuanced understanding of what it means to confront both inner and outer wars.

    Nardolicci’s portrayal of Yasotay (the architect behind Genghis Khan’s special forces) is not only personal, but also societal, reflecting the ways in which fear can shape both entire civilizations as well as family dynamics. This ties to one of the novel’s greatest achievements, its ability to engage with timeless themes; courage, survival, sacrifice, and the ethical complexities of war, while maintaining an authentic, character driven approach.

    In sum, War of Fear Eye of the Nomad is an engaging novel that combines historical fiction with an exploration of bravery.
    3 people found this helpful
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  • Reviewed in the United States on January 16, 2025
    Format: Hardcover
    This was an engrossing historical fiction about a period/culture I know little about so it was extra interesting for me. Yasotay is a great character. I love his thirst for knowledge and his loyalty (and his awesome donkey Tata). But the problem with getting an advance copy of a series book is that now I have to wait even longer for the next book in the series! I hope the next one comes out soon as I am would love to see the story unfold from here.
    3 people found this helpful
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  • Reviewed in the United States on November 13, 2024
    Format: HardcoverVerified Purchase
    I found this book to be very well-written and extremely descriptive, making you feel like you’re actually in the scene. I could picture myself standing in the middle of the lush green steppe of Mongolia. The description of the ancient temples made you feel like you were placed center stage in the story. I think telling this story through the eyes of Yasotay (a Chinese prince) made learning about Genghis Khan’s world that much easier and more interesting. You see what being a nomad is like, along with the main character, which made it and him very engaging. This is a quick read, or at least I had difficulty setting it down. This first book looks like a setup for a bigger story. I don’t know much about Genghis other than he killed a lot of people and captured a lot of land so the second and third books could be EPIC
    3 people found this helpful
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  • Reviewed in the United States on February 6, 2025
    Format: KindleVerified Purchase
    This is the first book that I've read that covers this time period and the detail is amazing. You can obviously tell there has been an incredible amount of historical research put into this novel. Yasotay is a compelling character that comes alive off the pages. Other reviews give a good synapsis of the plot line, but there is a lot more than that. This book shows the beginning of military special forces. Why do we have Navy SEALs or Green Berets today? It traces back to this time and this period.

    There is not a lot of good fiction that is like this. Lots of summer romance books and then hard core Tom Clancy type books. This would be a great read and gift for someone that may not be interested in reading fiction. Plus all of the proceeds of this book go to support Veterans! This alone is a reason to buy and read this book.

    A great read for a great time period that has a great cause! A triple win!!!!! Read it
    4 people found this helpful
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  • Reviewed in the United States on November 15, 2024
    Format: HardcoverVerified Purchase
    This is a fun action adventure love story that will keep the reader turning pages! Yasotay, the protagonist, is a likeable guy. A man’s man. Smart, athletic, and a highly trained warrior. But he’s also calm and has a sense of purpose. Unhappy with scheming politics in China, Yasotay embarkes on a journey to Mongolia. A tribal region with no apparent rules but that of the local tribespeople. He stumbles across this Wild West tribal society and soon becomes immersed in a blood feud - Helping his friends on their path of justice. As this blood feud escalates beyond the pale, so do the real intentions of his friends. Unbeknownst to Yasotay, he was creating a monster. And soon, the true intentions of this monster are revealed and a path of death and destruction has begun.

    I can’t wait until the 2nd Book is released!
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    Fun read!

    Reviewed in the United States on November 15, 2024
    This is a fun action adventure love story that will keep the reader turning pages! Yasotay, the protagonist, is a likeable guy. A man’s man. Smart, athletic, and a highly trained warrior. But he’s also calm and has a sense of purpose. Unhappy with scheming politics in China, Yasotay embarkes on a journey to Mongolia. A tribal region with no apparent rules but that of the local tribespeople. He stumbles across this Wild West tribal society and soon becomes immersed in a blood feud - Helping his friends on their path of justice. As this blood feud escalates beyond the pale, so do the real intentions of his friends. Unbeknownst to Yasotay, he was creating a monster. And soon, the true intentions of this monster are revealed and a path of death and destruction has begun.

    I can’t wait until the 2nd Book is released!
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  • Reviewed in the United States on February 15, 2025
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    Eye of the Nomad is an engaging historical fiction novel that follows Yasotay and Temujin (Genghis Khan) from their humble beginnings on the path to building a vast empire. The book does a great job blending history with storytelling, making it both informative and entertaining.

    I enjoyed seeing the early struggles and growth of the main characters, and the historical details made the setting feel real without slowing down the story. This book covers only the beginning of their journey, and I’m looking forward to the next installment to see how their story unfolds.

    If you like historical fiction that brings real events to life in a compelling way, Eye of the Nomad is worth a read.
    5 people found this helpful
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  • Reviewed in the United States on November 28, 2024
    Format: Paperback
    The story is a historical fiction about the early relationship of Genghis Khan and his friend Yasotay. Very descriptively specific, ie: what the temples were like during that time, the landscape, et. The story of Yasotay and his search for his purpose in life was interesting and kept my attention throughout. I specifically loved the second half of the story: intrigue, love, community, brotherhood- the story has it all.
    3 people found this helpful
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  • Reviewed in the United States on November 13, 2024
    Format: HardcoverVerified Purchase
    This book truly kept me on my toes. The writing was so vivid and descriptive that I felt like I was physically present in each scene.

    I couldn't help but feel a range of emotions while reading, including excitement, curiosity, sadness, empathy, and so much more. I was captivated by the cultural differences in China and Mongolia, and I appreciated how meticulously Umberto explained every detail. Each page was exciting, and I was amazed by the amount of history I was learning, especially since it is based on a true story.

    Yasotay deserves even more stories written about him and I cannot wait to read the next two books. I highly recommend this book to anyone looking for a compelling read they won't be able to put down!
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    5.0 out of 5 stars
    A MUST Read!!!

    Reviewed in the United States on November 13, 2024
    This book truly kept me on my toes. The writing was so vivid and descriptive that I felt like I was physically present in each scene.

    I couldn't help but feel a range of emotions while reading, including excitement, curiosity, sadness, empathy, and so much more. I was captivated by the cultural differences in China and Mongolia, and I appreciated how meticulously Umberto explained every detail. Each page was exciting, and I was amazed by the amount of history I was learning, especially since it is based on a true story.

    Yasotay deserves even more stories written about him and I cannot wait to read the next two books. I highly recommend this book to anyone looking for a compelling read they won't be able to put down!
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